Lori Richards-Lewis

As a working manager, I led daily operations of a high-volume endoscopy unit, ensuring safe, efficient, and patient-centered care. I am responsible for coordinating staffing, scheduling, and workflow to maximize productivity while maintaining quality patient outcomes.

Provided bedside nursing on the Med/Tele floor for 6 months. Skilled in pre-procedure assessment, conscious sedation, intra-procedure assistance, post-anesthesia recovery, patient education, and scope processing. Proficient in maintaining patient safety, infection prevention, and multidisciplinary collaboration to ensure efficient workflow and positive patient outcomes. Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues.

• Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care strategies for urology patients.
• Educated patients on urological conditions and post-treatment care, improving health literacy and compliance.
• Monitored vital signs and symptoms, promptly reporting changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
• Administered patient care plans, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols and enhancing recovery outcomes.

Assisted with patient care by conducting triage assessments, performing point-of-care testing, and administering immunizations. Supported physicians with suturing and casting procedures while managing the organization of patient lab reports. Handled prescription refill requests and patient inquiries, contributing to a smooth patient flow.